Political Quotes

“on our side of the aisle we share the need for a very, very, strong agriculture development program. I have confirmed with the distinguished Secretary of Agriculture, even again this morning, about the multiple uses of that money in our rural areas, including agricultural research, as well as sewer and water grants. I think it is an important initiative. It is one that has been extremely important, President Clinton's priorities and the Secretary of Agriculture's priorities, but equally important on our side of the aisle throughout the years in hearings we have held and work we have done in agriculture development. Therefore, I share in supporting the amendment of the distinguished Senator from Kentucky. I am hopeful it might have unanimous passage.”